Head band and hair clip construction with interchangeable components

ABSTRACT

The present invention relates to a head band and hair clip construction. More particularly the invention relates to a head band and hair clip construction that is made to accommodate different cover constructions (faces).

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

There is no prior art on hair accessories that are interchangeable. With my invention you can buy a foundation head band or hairclip and interchange the exterior (face). This is an inexpensive way to be versatile with your accessories. The interchangeable components are inexpensive to make which means that they will also be inexpensive to purchase. My invention also allows you to wear the same interchangeable component on different foundations. The interchangeable components increase the life of the accessories. Usually when a head band or hair clip breaks or wears out the life of the accessory is over, but with my invention you may still utilize the interchangeable components with other foundations.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a head band foundation employing an attachable component.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the head band foundation with an attachable component being pulled away.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a hair clip foundation.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a hair clip foundation with an attachable component being pulled away.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view of an alternative hair clip foundation.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view of a cover member that only covers a section of the head band or hair clip and that may be constructed to extend over the foundation.

FIG. 7 is an alternative head band foundation.

FIG. 8 is an alternative embodiment of a head band foundation that is flexible.

So that the manner in which the above recited features of the invention are attained and can be understood in detail, a more particular description of the invention, briefly summarized above, may be had by reference to the embodiments thereof, which are illustrated in the appended drawings.

It is to be noted, however, that the appended drawings illustrate only typical embodiments of this invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope, for the invention may admit to other equally effective embodiments.

Depending on different configurations, the components may vary in shape and size. The hook portions will engage with a reciprocating loop portion, attached to a top edge or bottom edge or top region of the head band and hair clip foundations.

Attachable components, head band and hair clip foundations may employ other fastening means, such as snaps, mechanical traditional snaps, buttons. Velcro® Hook and Loop, studs, buckles, linear zippers, linear dual post zippers, and curved zippers. ulled away.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

To facilitate understanding, identical reference numerals have been used, wherever possible, to designate identical elements that are common to the figures.

-   1—back of the cover component -   2—hair clip foundation -   3—head band foundation -   4—flap -   5—hook Velcro -   6—loop Velcro -   7—cover component -   8—depression -   9—female snap end -   10—male snap end -   11—elastic (pony tail holder) -   12—flexible head band -   13—head band ends that fasten over a pony tail holder -   14—rubber grip

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the preferred embodiment which is a head band construction employing an attachable cover component. The attachable cover component is attached via Velcro. This foundation is constructed with hook fastening means within a depression. The depression allows for the attachable component to be inserted and fit planar with the rest of the exterior of the foundation. Notably, this foundation may be made in different sizes, widths and configurations. Velcro hook and loop is the preferred fastening means but it is noted that other fastening means may be used such as snaps or zippers. The foundation has flap 4 members on each side that run the length of the head band. The flap members allow you to insert the cover strip beneath the flap. Notably, the head bands may be made with different size flaps and still further the material that makes up the flap may be constructed so that it does not pivot but still allowing a cover strip to slide beneath it. The cover members may be made to insert into the depression of the head band but not extend beneath the flap. Head band members may be made to employ more that one cover strip at one time, that would be placed side by side. The head band members will be constructed with non slip rubber grip on the bottom surface.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the head band foundation with the cover member being pulled away exposing the fastening means. The cover member may be made in different widths and configurations depending on the width and configuration of the head band foundation.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a hair clip foundation. The hair clip foundation is constructed with a depression that has hook fastening means within it that allows for an attachable cover member. The depression allows for the reciprocating fastener half to be inserted and not be visible around the upper region of the hair clip or head band. The hair clip foundations will be constructed with non slip rubber grip around the part that fastens around the hair to keep the clip in place.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the cover member being pulled away from the clip foundation. This cover member is embellished with a buckle. The cover strip is made of a pliable fabric that allows for an easy application and removal. The cover is displayed on the side turned over showing the loop fastening means.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view of an alternative clip foundation that also employs cover members. Notably, the cover members may be designed to extend over the foundations. This clip is constructed like a comb that once inserted into the hair, keeps the hair into place. This is for illustration purposes only and must not be construed as limiting. Other hair clips may also be constructed to employ cover strips, such as clamps, banana clips, claw clips, barrettes, pony tail holders, and other hair accessories known to those skilled in the art.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view of the back region of a cover member that extends over the head band or clip foundation. This type of cover is ideal for embellishments such as butterflies, bows or flowers and any other design that lends itself to the construction.

FIG. 7 is an alternative head band foundation that employs a cover component on an isolated area of the head band foundation. This head band construction may be made as thin as 2 mm. and as thick as 3 inches and may have at least one designated area for an attachable component up to 9 designated areas with depressions within them for attachable components. Notably, the depressions with fastening means within them for the attachable components may be of different sizes and configurations.

FIG. 8 is an alternative embodiment of a head band foundation. This head band is constructed of a flexible material. The head band is constructed with fastening means on both of the ends. This illustration in particular has snap portions that fasten together on each end. The foundation comes with a pony tail holder member that attaches on the ends of the head band via snaps. The female snap portion on one end of the head band attaches to the male half portion that is placed by it and secures the pony tail holder (elastic) into place. The same is done on the opposite end. When the components are fastened into place, a circle is created. Notably, this embodiment may or may not be designed to employ cover members (both kind of cover components members).

FIG. 8A is an exploded view of the pony tail holder from FIG. 8. Notably, any type of pony tail holder or elastic member may be used so long as it may be attachable to the head band ends.

FIG. 8B is a cut out view of the head band end displaying the female snap half and the male snap half. Notably, hook & eye or Velcro will also be just as effective.

Notably, the attachable components may be made of any material that lends itself to the invention such as cotton, leather, suede, plastic, rubber, nylon, denim, synthetic fibers, knit, embroidered materials, satin, velvet, polyester, all furs, flannel, beaded fabric, corduroy, canvas, silk, quilted materials, woven materials, studded fabrics, sequence fabrics. It is also noted that the foundation may be of any size or style. The foundation may be made of any material that lends itself to the invention such as metal, plastic, leather, suede, rubber, wood, synthetic materials and any other materials known to those skilled in the art.

It is appreciated that many different types (i.e. sizes and styles) of hair accessory foundations and attachable components will vary and can also be used in accordance with the invention. It is also noted that the Velcro and snap portions or other fastening means located on the foundations or the attachable components may be in full view or hidden via a flap of material on the foundations.

It is also noted that the head band foundations and hair clip foundations are fully functional by themselves.

It is believed that the advantages of this invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art. It will also be apparent that a number of variations and modifications may be made therein without departing from its spirit and scope. Accordingly, although the invention has been described by reference to several embodiments it is not intended that the head band and hair clip construction heretofore described be limited thereby, but that modifications thereof are intended to be included as falling within the broad scope and spirit of the foregoing disclosure and the appended drawings. The foregoing description is to be construed as illustrative only, rather than limiting. This invention is limited only by the scope of the following claims. 

1. A head band construction, comprising: a foundation head band having an upper surface, a bottom surface, a peripheral surface and a fastening device; wherein said foundation may connect to at least one attachable member by at least one edge or the center region. The attachable member attaches via a Velcro® but may be constructed to attach with other fastening means.
 2. A hair clip construction, comprising: a foundation hair clip having an upper surface; wherein said foundation may connect to at least one attachable member by at least one edge. The attachable member attaches via Velcro® but may be constructed to attach with other fastening means.
 3. A cover construction, comprising a fastening structure that would be matable with a fastening structure on a head band or hair clip foundation. The said component having an upper surface and bottom surface; wherein said construction may connect to a foundation member by at least one edge or the center region. The attachable member attaches via Velcro® but may be constructed to attach with other fastening means.
 4. A flexible head band foundation that is joined circumferentially via snaps and a pony tail holder. The said foundation having fastening means on both of the ends that allow for a pony tail holder to be attached via snaps. The said being constructed out of flexible material. The said optionally having a fastening structure that would be matable with that of the fastening means on the cover components.
 5. Wherein as part of claim one I, 2 and 4 claim a head band or hair clip construction that has at least one isolated area up to several areas for an attachable component and the area for the attachable component may be of different sizes and configurations.
 6. As part of claim 1, 2 and 3 an attachable component where Velcro® is ideal although it may be made of any type of fastening means such as snaps mechanical traditional snaps, buttons and linear or curved zippers.
 7. I claim a head band or hair clip construction as in claim 1, 2, 3 and 4 having at least one attachable component with an engageable portion for said fastener.
 8. A head band construction as in claim 1 and 4 where user friendly fasteners are selected from the group compromising snaps, buttons, studs, curved zippers, linear zippers, linear dual post zippers and Velcro®.
 9. A hair clip construction and system as in claim 2 wherein any type of hair clip may be constructed with a depression that has a fastener within a depression in combination with related connections engaging an interchangeable component.
 10. Wherein said connection interface is a Velcro® hook and loop fastening means in reference to claim 1, 2, 3 and
 4. 11. Wherein said connection interface is a snap fastening means in reference to claim 1, 2, 3 and
 4. 12. We claim that the attachable members of one head band foundation may fit another hair accessory foundation creating more versatility so long as the allotted section for the attachable component is compatible.
 13. I claim as part of claim 1, 2, 3 and 4 where the attachable components are made of fabric, hemp, cords, cotton, leather, suede, metal, rubber, plastic, ribbon, silk, satin. Feathers, gold, silver, diamonds, rhinestones, copper, brass, wood, beads, sequence, studs, jewels, chains, buckles, synthetic fibers, velvet, canvas, denim, lace, metal, zippers and glass.
 14. Wherein as claim 1, 2 and 3 I claim a metal foundation.
 15. Wherein as claim 1, 2, 3 and 4 I claim a foundation made of leather or suede or synthetic materials.
 16. Wherein as claim 1, 2, 3 and 4 I claim a foundation made of plastic or rubber.
 17. Wherein as claim 1, 2, 3 and 4 I claim an attachable member that varies in size and that may be of different configurations, lengths and widths that changes the appearance of the foundation head band or hair clip.
 18. Wherein as claim 1, 2, 3 and 4 a hair clip and head band construction where user friendly fasteners are selected from the group compromising snaps, buttons, studs, curved zippers, hook & eye, linear zippers, linear dual post zippers and Velcro®.
 19. Wherein as claim 4 a head band construction that gets a longer life by changing the elastic component.
 20. Wherein as claim 4 a flexible head band construction that may or may not be constructed to employ embellishments but that comes with interchangeable elastic components.
 21. Wherein as claim 1, 2 and 4 I claim that the foundations will be constructed with rubber coating on the areas that touch the hair that helps to keep the foundations in place. 